2023 Ford F-150 Raptor SuperCrew 4WD

Eric Stafford, with CARandDRIVER WROTEThe Ford F-150 Raptor is a SCORE off-road trophy truck living in an asphalt world. It wears extra-wide fenders, long-travel suspension, big tires, and the high-performance demeanor of a Baja-bashing race truck. It even earned a place on our 10Best Trucks and SUVs list for 2023. Most Raptors are powered by a twin-turbo 450-hp V-6 bolted to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Standard rubber for twin-turbo V-6 models measures at 35 inches, but 37s are optional. Despite the Raptors enormity, it has one of the smoothest rides We have experienced in a full-size pickup. That long-travel suspension, which is specifically designed to absorb the bumps, dips, and jumps of high-speed off-roading, is wonderfully soft and forgiving over every day potholes and lumpy pavement. Rocks and dunes aside, fitting this size-XXL F-150 down a narrow road or into a parking spot might well be the Raptors biggest obstacle. Beneath the F-150 Raptors new hood, which now features a prominent heat extractor, is the familiar high-output version of Ford's 450-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6. It breathes through a new 3.0-inch exhaust system that reportedly enhances the trucks V-6 soundtrack. The engine still pairs with a paddle-shifted 10-speed automatic transmission that feeds all four wheels through a standard all-wheel-drive system. The version we tested showcased the truck's incredible traction and ride quality on even the most treacherous terrain. Dominating the Raptors dashboard is a huge 12.0-inch touchscreen that supports the truck's standard Sync 4 infotainment system. Along with the ability to interact with Amazon Alexa and receive over-the-air updates, it features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. We also appreciate that Ford included physical volume and tuning knobs to complement the steering-wheel controls and voice commands.

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Navigation system: Connected Navigation,Equipment Group 801A Standard,GVWR: 7,300 lbs Payload Package,Moonroof & Tailgate,18 Speakers,AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L,Radio data system,Radio: B&O Unleashed Sound System by Bang & Olufsen,Air Conditioning,Automatic temperature control,Front dual zone A/C,Rear window defroster,Memory seat,Pedal memory,Power driver seat,Power steering,Power windows,Pro Power Onboard - 2KW,Remote keyless entry,Steering wheel memory,Steering wheel mounted audio controls,Adaptive suspension,Speed-sensing steering,Traction control,4-Wheel Disc Brakes,ABS brakes,Dual front impact airbags,Dual front side impact airbags,Emergency communication system,Front anti-roll bar,Front wheel independent suspension,Low tire pressure warning,Occupant sensing airbag,Overhead airbag,Twin Panel Moonroof,Power Tailgate,Brake assist,Electronic Stability Control,Lane Departure Warning System,Exterior Parking Camera Rear,Auto High-beam Headlights,Delay-off headlights,Front fog lights,Fully automatic headlights,Inclination/Intrusion Sensor Removal,Panic alarm,Security system,Speed control,Auto-dimming door mirrors,Bumpers: body-color,Front License Plate Bracket,Heated door mirrors,Power door mirrors,Rear step bumper,Turn signal indicator mirrors,Adjustable pedals,Auto tilt-away steering wheel,Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror,Compass,Driver door bin,Driver vanity mirror,Front reading lights,Garage door transmitter,Heated steering wheel,Illuminated entry,Leather Trim Seats w/Heated 2nd Row,Outside temperature display,Overhead console,Passenger vanity mirror,Rear reading lights,SYNC 4 w/Enhanced Voice Recognition,Tachometer,Telescoping steering wheel,Tilt steering wheel,Trip computer,Front Bucket Seats,Front Center Armrest,Heated front seats,Heated rear seats,Partitioned Lockable Fold-Flat Storage,Power passenger seat,Split folding rear seat,Ventilated front seats,Passenger door bin,17" Cast Aluminum Wheels,Alloy wheels,Rain sensing wipers,Variably intermittent wipers,Electronic Locking w/4.10 Axle Ratio,Sunroof,Rear Camera,Leather Seats